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Birkenstock Gizeh

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Pigeonpost · 13/04/2016 16:40

Can anyone please help out with sizing? I am usually a size 6 which is a Europe 38.5 and although I've had a pair of Gizeh before I can't remember whether they were a 38 or a 39. I'm sure there was something about the sizing which was quirky. Anyone able to help please?

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Cakescakescakes · 13/04/2016 16:45

I find all Birkinstocks to be wider fitting than usual and I always have to size down slightly when I buy them. Not sure I've ever had Gizeh's though but have had various other styles.

judgelionelnutmeg · 13/04/2016 16:47

I'm a euro 38 normally but I always take a 37 in Birkenstocks as the 38 is too big. So perhaps you need a 38?

WoodleyPixie · 13/04/2016 16:48

I find I need a smaller size than usual.

EnPapillot · 13/04/2016 16:54

I've just seen these in all black for £25.95 at debenhams :)

EnPapillot · 13/04/2016 16:55

... but I've just looked and they're only in a 3. Sorry!

KikisDeliveryService · 13/04/2016 16:56

I'm a size 6 with wide-ish feet and always buy 38s in Gizeh's which fit perfectly.

LexieSinclair · 13/04/2016 16:58

I'm a size 6 and have the gizehs in a 38. They fit perfectly.

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Pigeonpost · 13/04/2016 20:25

Marvellous. 38 it is! Thanks Grin

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CutYourHairAndGetAJob · 13/04/2016 20:33

Generally size down with birkenstock.

For some reason I found the gizeh horribly uncomfortable - probably to do with having a high instep

HettyD · 13/04/2016 20:42

They also have a 'slim' fit, look at the base and it is shown as a shaded/unshaded footprint.

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Pigeonpost · 13/04/2016 21:03

I've had the Gizeh before and loved them. On the fugly sandal thread someone recommended a website called Sarenza with a £10 discount code of WELCOME15. There are loads of Gizeh on there but it's saying 38 is equivalent to UK 5 which can't be right can it? Argh...

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Pigeonpost · 13/04/2016 21:05

They say that a 39 is a UK 5.5 and then it jumps up to a 40 being a UK 6.5. Instinct is saying still go with 38?

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CutYourHairAndGetAJob · 13/04/2016 21:23

If it's any help I'm a 3.5-4 and need a 36 (narrow fitting)

piddleypower · 15/04/2016 23:01

Size down. I live in Gizeh in the summer. Will check that site out.

notasgreenasiamcabbagelooking · 15/04/2016 23:48

Go for the 38. I've always gone at least one size down in Birkis.

EmpressofBlandings · 16/04/2016 00:10

I'm a UK 8 and often need a 42 in other makes, but Birkis are good at 41. So I reckon size down slightly, as PP have said. Oh God I love my Gizehs. I have 5 pairs currently active and i cannot WAIT till it's time to wheel them out as standard...

Blackpoollassy · 16/04/2016 07:57

You're supposed to have space at the front and back of a pair of birkies. Irritates the hell out of me when I see people wearing them too small - but then I'm very anal.
There's a good size guide on the birkie website if that helps

Blackpoollassy · 16/04/2016 07:59

www.birkenstock.co.uk/Article/View/articleCode/Sizing/

PrimalLass · 16/04/2016 09:35

I've always worn a 39 in birks but have just sent two pairs back because they are too small. I wonder if the sizing has changed.

Drinksforeveryone · 16/04/2016 09:40

I have Gizeh and Madrid both in a 39.

Regular shoe size is 6.5/7.

LBOCS2 · 16/04/2016 10:09

Groupon had some Gizeh for £25 earlier in the week too, I think... Also, try Amazon :)

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Pigeonpost · 18/04/2016 23:07

My Gizeh have arrived. With fluro orange sole. They are cool. And fit perfectly. Wearing in around the house shall commence tomorrow....

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SwedishEdith · 18/04/2016 23:20

I've just got some new Birkenstocks. Ordered 5.5 online and they've sent me 39s. Seem to fit though.

SwedishEdith · 18/04/2016 23:24

Oops, missed your update!

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Pigeonpost · 19/04/2016 20:51

I had forgotten how hard on the feet new Birkenstocks are. Ouchy...

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